Matching Pairs Mitosis Online version This is a fun activity for students to practice their knowledge on Mitosis. by Peyton Wilbanks 1 The DNA in the cell is copied in preparation for cell division, this results in two identical full sets of chromosome 2 The centrioles are now at opposite poles of the cell with the mitotic spindle fibers extending from them. 3 4 5 The chromosomes condense into X-shaped structures that can be easily seen under a microscope. 6 The single cell then pinches in the middle to form two separate daughter cells each containing a full set of chromosomes within a nucleus. 7 8 9 10 A membrane forms around each set of chromosomes to create two new nuclei. 11 The sister chromatids are then pulled apart by the mitotic spindle which pulls one chromatid to one pole and the other chromatid to the opposite pole. 12 Interphase Definition of Cytokinesis Anaphase Metaphase Cytokinesis Definition of Anaphase Telophase Definition of Prophase Prophase Definition of Telophase Definition of Metaphase Definition of Interphase